SKU: 56179

11x7mm Tourmalinated Quartz Handcut Plain Ovals 12 inch 26 beads

$8.00$0.30 per bead26 beads· 12 in strand
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Description

These 11x7mm Tourmalinated Quartz Handcut Plain Oval Beads showcase a striking combination of smoky charcoal, translucent gray, and crystal-clear quartz filled with intricate black tourmaline inclusions. Each gemstone features a softly rounded, elongated oval silhouette with smooth, polished surfaces that beautifully reveal the fascinating natural patterns within. Fine, needle-like strands of black tourmaline crisscross the quartz in delicate, sometimes densely clustered formations, creating a captivating interplay of light and dark. Some beads display nearly transparent interiors with sharply defined black inclusions, while others exhibit deep smoky coloration, cloudy mineral formations, and a more mysterious, shadowy appearance. The handcut shapes feature subtle variations in thickness, proportion, and contour, lending the strand a distinctly organic character. Their dramatic monochromatic palette and intricate internal textures make these gemstones especially appealing for jewelry designs that celebrate the raw beauty and complexity of natural stone.

Measuring approximately 11x7mm, these Tourmalinated Quartz Handcut Plain Ovals are ideal for creating sophisticated necklaces, elegant bracelets, distinctive drop earrings, and bold gemstone jewelry designs. Their gently elongated shape and substantial proportions provide beautiful visual presence, while the polished surfaces and fascinating inclusions add depth and individuality to every creation. The versatile black and gray coloration pairs wonderfully with sterling silver, oxidized metals, yellow gold, and antique brass, as well as complementary gemstones such as freshwater pearls, black spinel, smoky quartz, moonstone, and labradorite. Whether arranged into a continuous strand or combined with contrasting gemstones

At a glance
Stone
Tourmalinated Quartz
Shape
Oval
Bead size
8x6mm to 15x9mm
Beads per strand
26
Strand length
12 in
Color
Black
SKU
56179

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